Brand Manager/Project Manager
Chicago, IL
Job Description
The Family-owned, Chicago based Importer, Winesellers, Ltd., named Importer of the Year by both Wine & Spirits and Wine Enthusiast, is looking for a top-notch, experienced Marketing Brand Manager located in Greater Chicago to assist in developing strategic plans and executing marketing initiatives.

Qualifications include:

- BS/BA in Business, Marketing or Communications
- 3 to 5 years of brand marketing experience, ideally in the wine industry
- Experience Developing & Managing Brands, Packaging, POS & Sales Materials
- Effective Project Management Skills and the ability to execute on-time and within budgets
- Proficient in analyzing industry scan data like Nielsen & IRI preferred
- Strong Communication skills, both written & verbal
- Advanced Capabilities in Microsoft Office - MS Word, Excel & Powerpoint as well as iDig
- Detail-oriented, must be able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Successful candidate will be a very motivated self-starter and be able to work without daily guidance
- Experience with building strategic brand plans and a track record of strong execution
- Ability to work closely across functional teams (sales, finance/accounting, creative services, operations, etc.)

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Keep an open and regular cadence with assigned suppliers
- Monitor the Sales & Depletions of assigned brands Monthly
- Follow Category Trends to identify opportunities within assigned brands
- Assist Management in developing, implementing & tracking innovative national programming
- Ensure timely delivery of brand assets to the sales team
- Communicate with purchasing to monitor inventory levels of assigned brands
- Lead the development & execution of annual Brand Plans, including creating seasonal thematics & programs
- Build relationships with, and negotiate with, vendors to supply creative POS and Sales Tools
- Stay within assigned budgets by brands and track spending monthly
- Organize & Manage special events, supplier visits, tastings, blitzes, etc
- Review competitive landscape of assigned brands, including pricing, across multiple categories
- Develop point of sale, sales support materials, digital campaigns, brand standards, display standards, etc
- Attention to detail along with strategic & tactical planning are crucial to success.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
- Benefits package consisting of health, dental, vision and 401k.
- Paid vacation and personal days

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated team player with long term strategic thinking and absolute attention to detail. We are looking for an individual who can take company directives and put them into action without the need for micro-management. The person must be smart, intuitive, highly effective, and personally accountable. Passion and determination are critical. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected family-owned company with Nationally recognized brands where your input is heard, and your work will make a difference!